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12 Day Highlights of Ireland & Scotland Tour

12-Day Tour Discover the Best of Ireland and Scotland, featuring Spectacular Lakes, Breathtaking Views, Historic City Tours Plus More

  • Early Bird Special
  • Low Deposit $999* pp
  • Travel on 24 October 2025

Offer Ends 31st December 2024

Travel on 24 October 2025

Product Code: MT-1885

12 Day Highlights of Ireland & Scotland Tour

12-Day Tour Discover the Best of Ireland and Scotland, featuring Spectacular Lakes, Breathtaking Views, Historic City Tours Plus More

  • Early Bird Special
  • Low Deposit $999* pp
  • Travel on 24 October 2025

Package Inclusions Open All

Tour Overview

Discover the treasures of Ireland and Scotland with an affordable tour starting in Dublin and ending in Edinburgh. Explore Dublin’s iconic landmarks like O’Connell Street, Trinity College, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Enjoy scenic views in Kilkenny, Waterford, and Blarney, while browsing Irish handicrafts. Marvel at the natural beauty of the Cliffs of Moher, Donegal Bay, and the Giant’s Causeway. Experience Scotland’s wild landscapes, including Loch Lomond, Rannoch Moor, and Loch Ness, alongside whisky tasting in Scotland’s famed distilleries. The tour concludes in Edinburgh with royal history, crossing the Forth Road Bridge.

 

Tour Inclusions

  • 11 nights in hand selected hotels
  • Breakfast daily and 3 dinners
  • Deluxe air-conditioned coach with free wifi (where available)
  • Sea Ferry crossing from Northern Ireland to Scotland
  • Expert Cosmos Tour Director and local guides

Tour Highlights & Sightseeing

  • Drive along Dublin’s statue-lined streets and red-brick Georgian squares
  • Take in the spectacular Lakes of Killarney along the Ring of Kerry
  • Visit the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher, and the cosmopolitan seaside city of Galway
  • Follow the legendary footsteps of giants at iconic Giant’s Causeway, Northern Ireland
  • Journey through the Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness to Culloden Moor
  • Immerse yourself in a historic tour of Edinburgh’s stunning Gothic buildings and cobblestoned streets
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Your Itinerary

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Arrive Dublin, Ireland

Check into your hotel. In the afternoon, there’s time to rest or discover the vibrant Irish capital. Why not end the day with an optional dinner evening at the Guinness Storehouse? Toast Ireland with an optional excursion to learn about the history, traditions, and brewing techniques behind one of the world’s most popular beers on this fascinating tour, tasting and dinner at Dublin’s legendary Guinness Storehouse.

 
Dublin

Meet your Tour Leader and travelling companions to start your day in the “Fair City” with an orientation drive along statue-lined O’Connell Street; elegant Georgian squares with their tall red brick townhouses, multi-hued doors, and wrought-iron decorated windows; Oscar Wilde’s Trinity College; and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The afternoon is free for you to explore at your leisure. Enjoy a bit of craic (conversation) with this popular optional outing to the legendary Taylors Irish Cabaret, featuring a delicious dinner, drinks, and outstanding Irish music, dance, and comedy.

Meals: Breakfast

 
Dublin - Kilkenny - Waterford - Tramore

Kilkenny, with its medieval cobblestone streets and Old-World charm, is your first destination today. There is time to stroll through pretty lanes with vibrantly painted houses and enjoy a morning coffee. Continue on to Waterford, famous for its exquisite crystal, before arriving at the seaside resort of Tramore. Enjoy a bit of craic (conversation) with an early evening option of authentic Irish local flavour. Take a scenic drive to a traditional pub with a local musician ready to entertain you and give you wonderful memories of this beautiful country. Two drinks of your choice are included. Today’s Distance: 128 mi/ 205 km

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

 
Tramore - Blarney - Ring of Kerry - Killarney

The first of today’s highlights is Blarney, famous for its Stone of Eloquence, with time at leisure to see the castle and shop for Irish handicrafts and handmade crystal. At Kenmare, join part of the Ring of Kerry, and stop for spectacular photos of the Lakes of Killarney from Ladies View before arriving in the popular resort town of Killarney. Today’s Distance: 165 mi/ 265 km

Meals: Breakfast

 
Killarney - Adare

In Killarney this morning, there is time for an optional horse-drawn jaunting car ride along the National Park lakeshore for pictures of Ross Castle. Then to Adare, renowned as one of Ireland’s prettiest towns. Its main street is punctuated with beautiful stone buildings and thatched cottages, medieval monasteries, ruins, and a picturesque village park. Go medieval with an optional original ‘Irish castle’ medieval banquet. Enjoy a 4-course feast with wine, then relax as your medieval hosts dazzle you with unforgettable music and storytelling. Today’s Distance: 58 mi/ 92 km

Meals: Breakfast

 
Adare - Cliffs of Moher - Galway - Sligo

Breathtaking scenery awaits you today. Start with a visit to the spectacular 668-foot Cliffs of Moher and fantastic views over the Atlantic and Clare coast. Then, cross the limestone plateau of The Burren and stop in Galway, a popular seaside destination and a buzzing cosmopolitan district with vibrant shops, and a busy cafe and bar culture. Your destination for tonight is Sligo. Today’s Distance: 194 mi/ 309 km

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

 
Sligo - Derry - Northern Ireland's Giant Causeway - Belfast

Drive along Donegal Bay with its small fishing ports and hidden beaches to Derry, the walled city on the banks of the Foyle River. Continue on to awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hear how millions of years ago, the more than 40,000 interlocking basalt columns were formed. Overnight in the vibrant city of Belfast, where the Titanic was built. Today’s Distance: 197 mi/ 317 km

Meals: Breakfast

 
Belfast - Alloway - Scotland - Glasgow

Enjoy a leisurely morning in the capital city of Northern Ireland before boarding the ferry for the Irish Sea crossing to Cairnryan. On your way to Glasgow, stop in Alloway, the birthplace of Scottish poet Robert Burns. Today’s Distance: 87 mi/ 140 km

Meals: Breakfast

 
Glasgow - Fort William - Port Augustus - Culloden Moor - Highlands

Follow the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond, and proceed via wild Rannoch Moor, Glen Coe, Fort William, beneath Ben Nevis and Fort Augustus. In the afternoon, look out for signs of the mysterious Loch Ness monster, on the way to Culloden Moor where the Jacobite Rising, with Bonnie Prince Charlie at its helm, came to a tragic end at the hands of the Hanoverians. Today’s Distance: 202 mi/ 325 km

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

 
Highlands - Pitlochry - St Andrews - Edinburgh

Travel through the spectacular Cairngorms National Park to Pitlochry, the Victorian mountain resort set amid beautiful scenery. Then, head to St. Andrews, whose Royal and Ancient Golf Club has given us the rules of golfing. Finally, cross the elegant Forth Road Bridge to Edinburgh. Our optional suggestion for this evening – no trip to Scotland is complete without an authentic Scottish evening filled with traditional food, drinks, singers, dancers, bagpipes, and, of course, the unforgettable Ceremony of the Haggis! Today’s Distance: 176 mi/ 284 km

Meals: Breakfast

 
Edinburgh

A full day to enjoy the Scottish capital. Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to the 200-year-old “New Town,” home to famous scientists, inventors, and novelists. In the “Old Town,” visit Edinburgh Castle to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Afternoon at leisure. There is the option to discover what life was like on board Her Majesty’s floating residence during an exciting visit of the Royal Yacht Britannia, followed by dinner with wine at an excellent local restaurant!

Meals: Breakfast

 
Edinburgh

Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning.

Meals: Breakfast

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Tour Upgrades

Optional Excursions

ALDI offers a range of optional activities to enhance your 12 Day Highlights of Ireland & Scotland Tour. Please note that optional excursions must be booked directly with your Cosmos Tour Leader and paid in cash, in the local currency.

Please note that Optional Excursions are an additional cost, subject to availability and seasonality and are subject to change.

Most excursions require minimum numbers.  You will be able to book most excursions with the Cosmos’ ‘My Account’ up to 4 days prior to the optional excursion date, where the exact price will be displayed.

IRELAND

Day 1 Taylors Irish Cabaret
You won’t want to miss this popular outing to the legendary Taylors Irish Cabaret, featuring a delicious dinner, drinks, and outstanding Irish music, dance, and comedy.
4H 10M Price range: AUD$152*pp

Day 2 Guinness Storehouse Visit and Supper
Discover the history, traditions, and brewing techniques behind one of the world’s most popular beer on this fascinating tour, tasting and dinner at Dublin’s legendary Guinness Storehouse.
4HPrice range: AUD$154*pp

Day 3 Tramore Pub Evening
For local Irish flavor, take a scenic drive to a traditional pub with a local musician ready to entertain you and give you wonderful memories of this beautiful country. Two drinks of your choice are included.
2HPrice range: AUD$72*pp

Day 5 Jaunting Car Ride
A delightful horse-drawn jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park to legendary Ross Castle on the shores of Lough Leane.
1H 10MPrice range: AUD$26*pp

SCOTLAND

Day 8 Scottish Evening
No trip to Scotland is complete without an authentic Scottish evening filled with traditional food, drinks, singers, dancers, bagpipes, and, of course, the unforgettable Ceremony of the Haggis!
4HPrice range: AUD$171*pp

Day 11 Royal Yacht Britannia and Dinner
Discover what life was like on board Her Majesty’s floating residence during an exciting visit of the Royal Yacht Britannia, followed by dinner with wine at an excellent local restaurant!
5HPrice range: AUD$168*pp


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Price based on tour starting 24 October 2025

Accommodation

All hotels 3* or similar

Dublin – The Bonnington Hotel or similar
Tramore – Majestic Hotel or similar
Killarney – Killarney Court Hotel or similar
Adare – The Woodlands House Hotel & Spa or similar
Sligo – Sligo Southern Hotel or similar
Belfast – Leonardo Belfast Hotel or similar
Glasgow – Moxy Glasgow Merchant City or similar
Highlands – Starthspey Hotel or similar
Edinburgh – Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Murrayfield or similar

Accommodation names referenced are to be used as an indicative guide for the standard of accommodation to expect. Actual accommodation names may differ and will be confirmed on your final documentation

Important Information 

Exclusions

International Flights, airport transfers, any meals not stated, drinks with meals, optional programs, visas (if required), travel insurance (strongly recommended), tipping, personal expenses and anything not explicitly specified are at your own expense.

MyAccount

MyAccount is where you can manage all of your bookings with Cosmos. After booking you will be required to create a MyAccount to register your passenger details. This must be completed to receive your tour documents which will be available on MyAccount within 14 days of your tour start date.

Payment
A first deposit from $999 per person is required to secure your tour booking. If choosing to book your flights through ALDI Holidays, a second deposit for the airfare balance is due when flights are booked within 10 months of departure – the amount to be advised at the time of booking. The final balance is due 5 months before departure.

Speak to a ALDI Holidays consultant to learn more about adding flights to your package

Solo Pricing
A single supplement from $840 per person is payable in addition to the twin share price for solo occupancy.

Triple Share

Triple share is not available.

Extra Accommodation

Pre- or post-tour accommodation is on request.

Child

This tour is best enjoyed by adult travellers and the minimum age to participate is 12 years old. Children 12 years of age and above are subject to the adult price. An adult must accompany participants under 18 years of age.

Price

Surcharges may apply for select travel periods and departure cities. Prices are correct at time of publication and are subject to availability, change, cancellation or withdrawal without notice. All prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise.

Amendment

Each amendment is subject to a non-refundable fee from $75 per person. Additional fees and fare differences from third-party suppliers including air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers may apply.

Cancellation

Cancellation is subject to a fee from $550 per person. Additional fees and fare differences from third-party suppliers including air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers may apply.

Passport

For international travel, each customer must provide a copy of the passport photo page at the time of booking. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure all names are full names exactly matched to the passport with six months validity beyond trip completion. The customer is liable for all fees due to incorrect names, invalid passport information and expired passports.

Visa

Visa requirements for each origin and destination country are the responsibility of the customer to check and obtain (if required) with the local consulate or embassy. The customer is liable for all visa application costs and fees due to the failure to obtain the required travel documents.

Health

It is the responsibility of the customer to check and comply with the health, vaccination, COVID-19 and immigration requirements of each origin and destination country, and health requirements imposed by air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers. Vaccinations, testing and quarantine costs are the expense of the customer. Comprehensive travel insurance with COVID-19 coverage is strongly recommended.

Baggage

Each person is entitled to a strict maximum of one bag not exceeding 20kg on the coach tour, superseding any other baggage allowance. Excess baggage is not permitted. You are strongly encouraged to pack lightly. A light day bag or backpack is permitted on the coach. Porterage is not included and you are required to carry your own bags. Luggage and personal effects are your own risk and we hold no liability for lost or damaged belongings.

Meals

Please notify us at the time of booking of any special dietary requirements and allergies. We will pass on your requirements but cannot guarantee that they can be met as certain choices may be limited or not catered for. You are encouraged to reconfirm requirements with your tour leader whilst on tour.

Accommodation

Accommodation names referenced are to be used as an indicative guide for the standard of accommodation to expect. Actual accommodation names may differ and will be confirmed on your final documentation. All hotel ratings are local or self-ratings provided by the supplier. All rooms are lead-in category or run of house unless otherwise specified. The standard check-in time is after 3pm and check-out is before 10am – actual times may vary.

Tipping
Tipping is not included. Tipping the Tour guide and driver is customary and strongly recommended gesture of appreciation for the service provided.

Transfers

Airport transfers are not included.

Optional Excursions

ALDI offers a range of optional activities to enhance your 12 Day Highlights of Ireland & Scotland Tour. Please note that optional excursions must be booked directly with your Cosmos Tour Leader and paid in cash, in the local currency.

Please note that Optional Excursions are an additional cost, subject to availability and seasonality and are subject to change.

Most excursions require minimum numbers.  You will be able to book most excursions with the Cosmos’ ‘My Account’ up to 4 days prior to the optional excursion date, where the exact price will be displayed.

Itinerary

The operating schedule and itinerary may be impacted without notice by adverse weather, seasonal factors, closures, local conditions, COVID-19 or other factors beyond our control including force majeure. If attractions are not available due to reasons beyond our control such as closures or adverse weather, alternatives will be provided where possible. The itinerary and its order, sightseeing and transportation may be adjusted as deemed appropriate by the operator for optimum safety, enjoyment and operation. Any reference to ‘optional’, ‘not included’ or ‘exclusions/excluded’ means at your own expense.

Breakaway

Customers must remain with the tour group at all times and must not leave the tour unless written approval is provided before departure.

Valued up to

Where a comparative ‘valued up to’ price is displayed with the advertised price, it should be taken as a comparison to a product of similar duration, standard of travel and inclusions to that destination that is available for sale to the public for a similar time of travel. Where a comparative product of the same duration cannot be found, an average price per day may be used. Where a comparative product of similar inclusions cannot be found, the products of multiple providers may be combined to produce a comparative price.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is not included and is strongly recommended. Ask our holiday experts for great coverage options.

Force Majeure

Force majeure means any natural disaster, accident, fire, act of God, act of war, terrorism, legally binding judgment, injunction, action of a court or other relevant authority, emergency, unplanned repairs, maintenance, strike, industrial dispute, work ban, blockade or picketing, travel ban, pandemic, epidemic or outbreak of infectious disease, or other event beyond our reasonable direct or indirect control. In case of force majeure or other extraordinary event that prevents safe travel, the supplier reserves the right to adjust, postpone or cancel the trip.

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